1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 860 kg more than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Hudson Metropolitan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hudson |
| Model | Town & Country | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2170 mm |
